Batman may have the more famous rogues’ gallery, but Green Arrow has a coterie of supervillains that would prove challenging even for DC’s greatest hero. There’s no doubt that the Dark Knight has some of the coolest antagonists, but people often sleep on the Emerald Archer’s colorful criminals.For decades, Green Arrow has fought accusations that he’s a ‘rip-off’ of Batman, (then again, Oliver calling his headquarters the ‘Arrow Cave’ never helped). But despite the similarities to Batman, Green Arrow has lived a very different life, and gone up against supervillains that would prove challenging even to the Caped Crusader. 10 Komodo One of the Most Dangerous Rival Archers Green Arrow Ever Faced It should come as no surprise that, as the world’s best archer, Green Arrow has faced a lot of villains who also know how to wield a bow and arrow. During the New 52 era, DC Comics decided to put Queen’s skills to the test and gave him a nemesis named Simon Lacroix, aka Komodo. Lacroix was mentored by Oliver’s father, Robert, who was the leader of the elusive Arrow Clan. However, Simon ultimately betrayed Robert and later turned his attention to Oliver Queen.Like Green Arrow, Komodo is a deadly and efficient archer. He’s also trained himself to peak physical condition and is incredibly smart, able to mastermind plots that nearly took out Green Arrow. Komodo might not be the most well-known Green Arrow villain, but he’s certainly one of the most insidious. 9 China White A Brilliant and Deadly Drug-Runner The DC Universe is filled with criminals who run all sorts of illegal contraband, such as drugs and guns. But in Green Arrow’s world, there’s no more well-known international smuggler than China White. Before Oliver Queen took up the mantle of Green Arrow, White manipulated Queen into financing her heroin operation, and later attempted to kill him when he became a threat to her trade.Aside from the illegal nature of her operation, China White’s work is inhumane and uses slave labor to create the heroin she supplies to the world. White is also an incredibly skilled fighter, excelling in both martial arts and firearms. While she’s not as powerful as some of Green Arrow’s other foes, her ruthlessness and manipulative nature makes her one of the most dangerous members of his rogues’ gallery. 8 Brick One of the Most Powerful Crime Lords Around Crime lords are a real problem in any major city in the DC Universe. And sure, Gotham has A-list crime bosses like the Penguin, Two-Face, and Black Mask. But in Star City, one foe managed to become a powerful kingpin thanks to his uncompromising nature, ingenuity, and his surprising powers. Daniel Brickewell, aka Brick, is a metahuman who has rocky, invulnerable skin that’s not only able to stand up to Green Arrow’s best trick arrows, but surface-to-air missiles.Brick’s real power, however, is his mind, and he quickly rose through Star City’s underworld from a mere henchman to one of the most powerful criminals the city has ever seen. While the Dark Knight is used to fighting crime bosses, Brick is a much different and more dangerous kingpin than the likes of Gotham’s criminal heads. 7 The Ninth Circle This Sinister Organization Funds Crime Worldwide Everyone knows that Batman has gone up against a number of sinister, secret organizations, such as the Court of Owls, the Black Glove, and the Order of St. Dumas. But Green Arrow’s no stranger to taking on shadowy cabals that go against everything the hero stands for. During the “Rebirth” era of DC, fans were introduced to the Ninth Circle, a multinational enclave and bank that funds crime all across the world.As a staunch leftist, Green Arrow hates everything that the Ninth Circle stands for. But what makes the organization worse (and more personal) for Oliver is that the cabal was actually founded by Green Arrow’s ancestor, Robin Queen. Oliver has yet to take down the Ninth Circle, as their sinister reach extends far beyond what he, or even Batman, are capable of. 6 Onomatopoeia This Killer Has Stalked and Killed Dozens of Vigilantes This psychopath is unique, as Onomatopoeia has intentionally gone after both Green Arrow and Batman. Onomatopoeia is a serial killer that exclusively targets street-level vigilantes. Aside from his gimmick of mimicking the sound effects of things around him, this killer is notable his intense determination to kill his targets at any cost. Onomatopoeia isn’t the most powerful villain that Batman or Green Arrow has faced, but he’s willing to put himself through hell in order to get his victims.Onomatopoeia first came after Green Arrow family, where he attempted to kill Connor Hawke. However, he failed and eventually moved onto trying to take out Batman. Though he’s yet to claim either of these heroes’ masks to add to his trophy collection, Onomatopoeia is still at large, just waiting for the perfect moment to strike. 5 Constantine Drakon One of the DCU’s Most Deadly Martial Artists While Green Arrow is one of the best archers around, he’s not as skilled when it comes to martial arts, which puts him in danger when it comes to foes like Constantine Drakon. From an early age, Drakon was proficient at killing, and as he grew, he honed that ability and eventually became an assassin. He eventually came to Star City when he was hired to eliminate monsters created by an illegal vaccine. There, Drakon met Green Arrow, and their first battle ended in a humiliating defeat for the latter.Drakon is an extremely dangerous individual. Aside from his amazing fighting ability, he’s very good with firearms and projectile weapons. Not to mention he’s quicker than most people, even fast enough to catch arrows midair. Team Arrow has gone up against a lot of powerful martial artists, but none are as skilled as Constantine Drakon. 4 Merlyn An Archer Who With Green Arrow’s Aim, But No Morals Every hero in the DC Universe has a villain that serves as their dark reflection, and in Green Arrow’s case, that would be Malcolm Merlyn, aka the Dark Archer. Merlyn was once a circus performer who excelled at archery (to the point that it inspired a young Oliver Queen). However, Merlyn eventually fell in with the League of assassins, who honed his skills and turned him into one of the most ruthless assassins around. Merlyn was eventually approached by Green Arrow, who asked to be taught to be a better archer.The two ultimately fell out once Green Arrow discovered Merlyn’s assassin ways, igniting a bitter rivalry that’s lasted decades. Merlyn has resented Oliver and tried numerous times to ruin his life and kill him. As obsessed as the Joker is with Batman, it’s nothing compared to how much Merlyn hates Green Arrow. 3 Prometheus A Foe Who Once Took Out the Entire Justice League One of the most dangerous foes the Justice League has ever encountered, Prometheus was, by all accounts, an ‘Anti-Batman’ whose life of crime began when he witnessed his criminal parents being gunned down by the police. Prometheus traveled the world and trained himself to become an indomitable force for evil and plotted to destroy the Justice League, which he nearly did when he invaded the Watchtower.However, Prometheus really drew Green Arrow’s ire in Cry for Justice, after he sliced off Arsenal’s arm and blew up Star City (killing Roy Harper’s daughter, Lian). Prometheus managed to escape the law, but Green Arrow broke his code and brought Prometheus down by shooting him in the head with an arrow. Of all the villains that have hurt Green Arrow, Prometheus pushed Oliver Queen to a point no one else could. 2 Count Vertigo Green Arrow’s Nemesis Can Throw Anyone Off Their Game Few would argue that Werner Zytle, aka Count Vertigo, isn’t one of the Emerald Archer’s greatest nemeses. As his name implies, Zytle is indeed royalty, the last living descendant of Vlatava’s royal family. The count was also born with an inner ear problem and received an implant to treat it. However, this implant gave Count Vertigo the power to send out waves that can cause dizzying effects in others, as well as hypnotize them or make them see illusions that aren’t actually there.Count Vertigo has found himself on the wrong side of the law quite a bit and gone up against Green Arrow numerous times. And thanks to Vertigo’s implant, he can throw the best archer around off his game if Queen’s not quick enough. Batman has similarly faced Count Vertigo and seen just how dangerous the royal really is. 1 Amanda Waller A Mastermind Who Nearly Eliminated Earth’s Metahumans To be fair, Amanda Waller isn’t just one of Green Arrow’s foes, she’s a threat to the entire DC Universe. Waller is a manipulative, high-ranking government official who utilizes blackmail and coercion to get what she wants. Waller manipulated Green Arrow into working with her as part of her efforts to take down the DC Universe’s metahumans during Absolute Power. With no other choice, Green Arrow went deep undercover and worked side-by-side with Waller as she went after every superhero and villain on Earth.Amanda Waller isn’t a fighter, but she’s incredibly smart when it comes to manipulating others, even heroes, to do her bidding. Worse, she’s just as cruel as she is intelligent and doesn’t hesitate to gamble with people’s lives, even executing anyone she has to in order to get what she wants from heroes like Batman or Green Arrow.Source&Images

Batman might head up the most renowned rogues’ gallery in the DC Universe, but it’s time to shine a light on Green Arrow, whose own array of adversaries present formidable challenges. While it’s true that the Dark Knight boasts some iconic villains, the diverse and colorful criminals opposing the Emerald Archer deserve equal recognition for their enduring threat.

For years, Green Arrow has contended with the perception that he is merely an imitation of Batman—an assertion not aided by Oliver Queen’s choice to dub his lair the ‘Arrow Cave’.Yet, despite superficial similarities, the journeys of these two heroes diverge substantially. Green Arrow faces a unique set of supervillains that even the Caped Crusader would find daunting.

10 Komodo

A Formidable Rival Archer

As the preeminent archer in the world, Green Arrow has faced numerous foes with comparable expertise in archery. A standout among them is Simon Lacroix, also known as Komodo, introduced during the New 52 era. Lacroix was once mentored by Oliver’s father, Robert Queen, who led the enigmatic Arrow Clan. Ultimately, Simon betrayed his mentor, setting his sights on Oliver himself.

Much like Green Arrow, Komodo has honed his archer skills and trained his body to perfection. His intellect is equally noteworthy, as he has orchestrated plots that have come dangerously close to overwhelming the Emerald Archer—a testament to his cunning nature.

9 China White

A Ruthless Drug Trafficker

In a world rife with criminals involved in the underground trade of drugs and arms, none are as notorious as China White. Before adopting the Green Arrow mantle, Oliver Queen found himself manipulated by White into funding her heroin enterprise. When Oliver became a threat to her operation, she made an attempt on his life.

China White’s villainy is accentuated by her horrific business methods, which include the use of slave labor for her operations. Beyond her nefarious activities, she is a formidable fighter proficient in martial arts and firearms. While she may lack the raw power of some other foes, her capacity for manipulation and her ruthlessness elevate her threat level considerably.

8 Brick

A Formidable Criminal Mastermind

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Every major city in the DC Universe grapples with the influence of crime lords, and Star City is no exception. One particularly renowned kingpin is Daniel Brickewell, better known simply as Brick. With his extraordinary metahuman ability that grants him rock-like, impervious skin, he represents a significant threat to even the most capable heroes, deflecting Green Arrow’s trick arrows and even aerial missiles.

Brick’s ascent to power was fueled by his strategic mind and an uncompromising demeanor. Unlike the crime lords of Gotham, his ruthlessness and cunning have reshaped the criminal landscape of Star City, marking him as a distinct and dangerous adversary.

7 The Ninth Circle

A Global Funding Machine for Crime

While Batman contends with nefarious organizations like the Court of Owls, Green Arrow also finds himself battling shadowy cabals. One such group is The Ninth Circle, introduced during the DC Rebirth, which operates as a global network funding criminal activities across nations.

Green Arrow’s conflict with the Ninth Circle is particularly personal, as this malevolent organization was founded by his own ancestor, Robin Queen. Thus far, Oliver has struggled to dismantle this extensive influence, hinting at a formidable challenge that extends far beyond even the capabilities of renowned heroes like Batman.

6 Onomatopoeia

A Cunning Serial Killer

Onomatopoeia represents a rare breed of villain—one who stalks both Green Arrow and Batman. This psychopathic killer has targeted street-level heroes with grim determination. His unique approach includes mimicking sound effects, adding an unsettling twist to his murderous exploits.

Though he may not wield the same power as other adversaries, Onomatopoeia is relentless, often engaging in extreme measures to achieve his goals. His initial target was Connor Hawke, Green Arrow’s ally, but his ambitions have expanded to encompass Batman. Although he’s yet to claim a definitive trophy from either hero, his threat remains palpable.

5 Constantine Drakon

A Master of Martial Arts

While Green Arrow excels in archery, his martial arts skills fall short against formidable opponents like Constantine Drakon. From a young age, Drakon exhibited lethal talent, eventually evolving into a skilled assassin. He arrived in Star City with a mission that put him in direct conflict with the Emerald Archer.

Drakon is not only an exceptional fighter, but he also possesses proficiency in firearms and projectile weapons. Additionally, his reflexes are so advanced that he has been known to catch arrows mid-flight. Although Team Arrow has encountered various powerful martial artists, none have matched the caliber of Constantine Drakon.

4 Merlyn

The Dark Archer: A Reflection of Oliver Queen

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In the realm of Green Arrow’s adversaries, Malcolm Merlyn, known as the Dark Archer, serves as his dark counterpart. A former circus performer and archery prodigy, Merlyn’s descent into darkness began when he affiliated with the League of Assassins, fully mastering his skills to become a fearsome assassin. After a fateful mentor-student relationship with Oliver Queen soured, Merlyn’s obsession with vengeance became a driving force in their longstanding rivalry.

Fuelled by resentment, Merlyn has made countless attempts to ruin Oliver’s life and has a personal vendetta against him that rivals the Joker’s obsession with Batman. This bitter enmity has defined much of the conflict between these two archers.

3 Prometheus

A Mastermind of Chaos

One of the most lethal adversaries faced by the Justice League, Prometheus symbolizes pure evil, having trained himself after witnessing his parents fall victim to street crime. His master plan aimed at annihilating the Justice League unfolded during a daring raid on the Watchtower.

Prometheus crossed paths with Green Arrow in an especially traumatic way during the “Cry for Justice” storyline, where he inflicted severe harm on Arsenal and caused unimaginable destruction in Star City. This prompted Oliver to abandon his principles, leading to a fateful confrontation where he shot Prometheus in the head—a moment marking a significant turning point for Green Arrow.

2 Count Vertigo

The Master of Disorientation

There’s little debate regarding Count Vertigo a.k.a. Werner Zytle being among Green Arrow’s most formidable adversaries. A member of Vlatava’s royal lineage, he possesses the ability to manipulate sensory perception, causing disorientation and hallucinations in his enemies through a special implant.

This power poses a unique threat to Green Arrow, making every confrontation a high-stakes battle. His past encounters with Batman reinforce just how dangerous Count Vertigo can be, showcasing the peril he presents to heroes across the DC Universe.

1 Amanda Waller

The Machiavellian Architect

Comic book art: Amanda Waller stands flanked by Harley Quinn and Deadshot.

A formidable figure not only against Green Arrow but across the entire DC Universe, Amanda Waller is a high-ranking official skilled in manipulation and coercive tactics. Tasked with quelling Earth’s metahumans during the Absolute Power storyline, Waller ensnared Green Arrow into her plans under duress.

While lacking combat prowess, her cunning intellect allows her to orchestrate actions and decisions from the shadows, often bringing heroes like Green Arrow and Batman under her influence. Waller’s unyielding ruthlessness has made her a significant threat, willing to sacrifice anyone to achieve her goals.

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